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‘Hindus Won’t Look at Other Temples’: Ram Temple Official’s Conditional Offer on Gyanvapi, Krishna Janmabhoomi

February 5, 2024February 5, 2024 Editor

Last month, the Hindu litigants claimed the ASI survey report said the Gyanvapi mosque was built on the remains of a grand Hindu temple. Pune: Govind Dev Giri Maharaj, the treasurer of Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust, has urged the Muslim side to give up the Gyanvapi and Mathura mosques in order to resolve the disputes peacefully. He said Hindus will not look at other temples if the Gyanvapi and Krishna Janmabhoomi issues are resolved amicably. “We do not even desire to look at the other temples if three temples are…

Kashmir Reeling Under Winter’s Grip: Heavy Snowfall Disrupts Travel; Highway closed, flights grounded

February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 Editor

Kashmir Battles Winter’s Fury: Snowfall Cripples Valley, Community Spirit Soars Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir: Kashmiris are weathering the brunt of a harsh winter as heavy snowfall blankets the valley, causing widespread disruptions and highlighting the community’s remarkable resilience. Paralyzed Transportation: The vital Srinagar-Jammu National Highway, nicknamed the “lifeline” of the valley, lies choked under treacherous snowdrifts, leaving hundreds of travelers stranded and disrupting the flow of essential supplies. As reported, the closure comes after nearly 31 cm of snowfall in Qazigund, leaving authorities scrambling to clear the route. Grounded Flights:…

BJP Strengthens Grip in Jammu: Key Gujjar Leader Switches Sides

February 4, 2024 Editor

With the BJP wooing nomadic Gujjars and Bakarwals ahead of the parliamentary polls, two-time legislator from National Conference and prominent Gujjar leader of Jammu and Kashmir, Haji Mohammed Hussain, joined the party at a function in Jammu today. The BJP described it as an important development ahead of the parliamentary elections. The party said Hussain joined along with his supporters in the presence of BJP state general secretary Ashok Koul, senior leader Devender Rana and others. Koul said people in large numbers were joining BJP across Jammu and Kashmir. “The…

Snowy Delight, Frigid Bite: Fresh Powder Covers Kashmir, Gulmarg Records Chilling -10.6°C

February 4, 2024 Editor

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) centre in Srinagar has predicted more rains and snow on Sunday, and improvement in weather from Monday Many parts of Kashmir observed fresh snowfall on Saturday as the Valley continues to remain under the grip of cold wave. The tourist resorts of Gulmarg and Pahalgam recorded lows of minus 10.6 and minus 8.3 degrees Celsius, respectively. Gulmarg was the coldest in the Valley. Light snowfall was also seen in Srinagar city. In the higher reaches of the Valley, there was a significant accumulation of snow.…

Bharat Ratna to L K Advani: The ‘Charioteer’ Who Led BJP to Rise, Leaving an Enduring Mark on Indian Politics

February 3, 2024 Editor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced Bharat Ratna honour for BJP veteran L K Advani. Advani, who served as the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party for the longest period, was instrumental in building the party in the 90s and guiding it to power at the centre. It was under Advani that the BJP saw a phenomenal rise from 2 Lok Sabha seats in 1984 to 85 seats in 1989 and then 120 in 1991. Advani, who served as deputy prime minister in Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s government besides holding…

121-Year Legacy at Risk: Kashmir School Faces Closure over Land Lease Dispute

February 3, 2024 Editor

A Legacy In Limbo: The Heartbreaking Saga of St. Joseph’s School, Baramulla Amidst the snow-capped peaks of Kashmir, in the heart of Baramulla district, stands a sentinel of education – St. Joseph’s Higher Secondary School. Its weathered walls whisper tales of 121 years, echoing with the laughter of countless students who crossed its threshold seeking knowledge and hope. But today, this beacon of learning flickers precariously, threatened by a bureaucratic impasse that could plunge its future into darkness. The school’s predicament stems from a seemingly innocuous piece of paper –…

Kashmir Shivers Under Record-Breaking Cold: Qazigund Freezes in 16-Year Low

February 3, 2024 Editor

Kashmir experienced bone-chilling temperatures on Thursday night, as several areas recorded the coldest night in the past 16 years while the Meteorological Department (MeT) officials predicted more precipitation during the next two days. The plummeting temperatures have been attributed to an ongoing cold wave, persisting even after the conclusion of ‘Chillai Kalan’, the 40-day harshest winter period earlier this week. Gulmarg ski resort in Baramulla district recorded a staggering drop in temperatures, reaching a low of minus 12 degrees Celsius. This marked a significant decrease of more than four degrees…

Snowfall Fuels Fire: Traditional Kangris Back in Demand After Dip in Sales

February 3, 2024 Editor

The Enduring Ember: How Kashmiris Rediscover the Warmth of the Kangri in a Changing Winter Srinagar: The first snowflakes whispered secrets of winter’s descent upon the Kashmir Valley. A hush fell over the bustling squares, replaced by the rhythmic clack of hammers against clay. In workshops tucked away from the tourist clamor, artisans breathed life into age-old companions – the Kangris, traditional firepots that have warmed generations amidst the harsh Himalayan chill. This year, however, the winter whispered differently. A prolonged dry spell cast a shadow over the Kangri makers,…

Jammu: Magisterial Inquiry Ordered After Man Dies in Police Custody, Officers Suspended

February 3, 2024 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir Police suspended two officials on Friday, while the Station House Officer (SHO) Gandhi Nagar was attached to DPL following the mysterious death of an individual in custody in Jammu district. A police spokesperson in a statement said, “The incident of custodial death occurred on 31.01.2024 at P/S Gandhi Nagar. The deceased has been identified as Sahil Saini S/o Romesh Saini R/o Nagri, Kathua who was arrested in case FIR No. 20/2024 u/s 457/380 IPC of P/S Gandhi Nagar, Jammu on 30.01.2024 and was on 04 days Police…

Operation Lotus in Delhi? Kejriwal Claims BJP’s ₹25 crore Bid to Lure AAP MLAs and Destabilize AAP Rule

January 28, 2024 Editor

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said some of his AAP MLAs have been threatened and offered bribes to break the government. Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday claimed that there has been a conspiracy to topple his government and recently, seven Aam Aadmi Party MLAs were offered ₹25 crore to join the Bharatiya Janata Party. “Recently they contacted our 7 MLAs in Delhi and said ‘we will arrest Kejriwal after a few days. After that, we will break the MLAs. Talks have been held with 21 MLAs. Talking to…